Police: Puppy stolen from Howard Co. animal shelter

WASHINGTON — Police are searching for a 4-month-old rescue dog that was taken from a Howard County animal shelter over the weekend.

Overnight Saturday into Sunday, someone entered Small Miracles Cat & Dog Rescue, located at 10236 Baltimore National Pike in Ellicott City, and took Becca, a 4-month-old 16-pound, female husky mix with blue eyes.

Police say there was no sign of forced entry and nothing else was taken. Police are investigating the cause as a burglary.

Police are asking anyone who sees Becca or has information about the case to contact them at 410-313-3200.

Sarah Beth Hensley

Sarah Beth Hensley is the Digital News Director at WTOP. She has worked several different roles since she began with WTOP in 2013 and has contributed to award-winning stories and coverage on the website.

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